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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 18 Jan 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding India’s achievement in space docking:

1.   On January 17, 2025, India became the fourth country to achieve space docking.

2.   The SpaDeX mission used two large spacecraft, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), for the docking process.

3.   Space docking is a technology that allows two fast-moving satellites to join precisely in space.

4.   The SpaDeX mission was launched using the PSLV-C60 rocket and aims to develop autonomous rendezvous and docking technology.

5.   The mission also enhances capabilities for resource monitoring, life extension, and satellite repairs in future missions.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Only 3

D: All five

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: India became the fourth country to achieve space docking, joining the US, Russia, and China.

Statement 2 is correct: The SpaDeX mission used two spacecraft, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), for the docking process.

Statement 3 is correct: Space docking involves the precise joining of two fast-moving satellites in space.

Statement 4 is correct: The SpaDeX mission was launched using the PSLV-C60 rocket and aims to develop autonomous rendezvous and docking technology.

Statement 5 is correct: The mission also advances capabilities for satellite repairs, resource monitoring, and life extension in future missions.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding Jallikattu:

1.   Jallikattu is a bull-taming sport and mentioned in the Tamil epic Silappadikaram.

2.   The sport is typically held in urban areas like Chennai and Coimbatore during the Pongal festival.

3.   The Tamil Nadu government legalise Jallikattu in 2017 by amending the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: b

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Jallikattu is deeply rooted in Tamil culture and is mentioned in the Silappadikaram epic.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Jallikattu is typically held in rural areas like Madurai, Pudukkottai, and Karur, not urban areas.

Statement 3 is correct: The Tamil Nadu government legalised Jallikattu by amending the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act after it was banned from 2014 to 2016.

Q3:

Match the articles with related provisions

Article        Provision

A) Article 48A           1. Ensures citizens' duty to show compassion for
animals and protect wildlife.

B) Article 51A(g)       2. Guarantees the right to life, including dignity
and fair treatment of animals.

C) Article 21              3. Mandates improving animal welfare and
protecting wildlife.

D) Article 29(1)          4. Protects cultural practices, including
traditional events like Jallikattu.

Select the correct match:

A: A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4

B: A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4

C: A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4

D: A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4

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Answer: A

Explanation:

A) Article 48A mandates improving animal welfare and protecting wildlife.

B) Article 51A(g) emphasizes citizens' duty to show compassion for animals and protect wildlife.

C) Article 21 guarantees the right to life, which applies to animals, ensuring their dignity and fair treatment.

D) Article 29(1) protects cultural practices, including traditional events like Jallikattu.

Q4:

What is the primary goal of the Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP)?

A: To extend the immigration process for foreign travelers

B: To speed up the immigration clearance process for Indian nationals and OCI cardholders

C: To replace manual immigration procedures entirely

D: To restrict the entry of foreign nationals in India

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The primary goal of FTI-TTP is to accelerate and streamline the immigration clearance process for Indian nationals and OCI cardholders, reducing wait times and providing a more efficient travel experience.

Q5:

Assertion (A): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced measures to encourage the use of the Indian Rupee (INR) in cross-border transactions.

Reason (R): The RBI has authorised foreign entities to open INR accounts with Authorized Dealer banks and enabling non-residents to use INR accounts for transactions with other non-residents.

Choose the correct option:

A: Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B: Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C: A is true, but R is false.

D: A is false, but R is true.

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The Assertion is correct because the RBI’s measures aim to reduce dependence on the US Dollar by promoting the use of INR in international trade.

The Reason is also correct, as it highlights the flexible regulations introduced by the RBI, including the ability for foreign entities to open INR accounts and use INR for transactions with other non-residents. This directly supports the assertion's goal of promoting the INR in global transactions. Thus Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.